Ruby Fisher (DUX 2023) awarded top honours

Catholic College Sale are thrilled to announce the exceptional achievements of Ruby Fisher (DUX 2023), who has been honoured with the prestigious Premier’s VCE Award for her outstanding academic performance in 2023. Ruby’s unwavering commitment to excellence and scholarly prowess has earned her this distinguished accolade in Psychology.

Psychology teacher, Ms Andrea Simm, said “Ruby approached her Psychology studies with a diligent and focused determination that allowed her natural aptitude and intelligence to shine through. Ruby knew that she wanted to study Medicine at University and to achieve this goal, she approached her studies with resolute dedication. She asked pertinent questions, offered her unique point of view and sought feedback so as to consistently improve her understanding.”

“Her study score of 50 placed her in the top 9 students in a state cohort of 18,745 Psychology students in 2023. Ruby’s remarkable result is a testament to her exceptional work ethic and attitude. She is a role model for rural students to understand that such achievements are possible. Ms Simm, along with the Catholic College Sale community, are extremely proud of Ruby and the exciting future that awaits her.”

The Premier’s VCE Awards celebrates the top-performing students in the state. This year, Ruby stands among 310 of Victoria’s top performing students, including three international students, six students who completed the VCE Vocational Major program with distinction, and 23 Top All-Round VCE High Achievers who achieved study scores of 46 or higher out of 50 in at least five VCE subjects.

A momentous occasion, Ruby’s joins Sebastian Moore (Class of 2022) as the second student from the College to receive this prestigious honour. Deputy Principal Ms Cindy Foat said, “the entire Catholic College Sale community is extremely proud of Ruby, and we would like to congratulate her on being the recipient of such a prestigious award.”

Currently pursuing a Bachelor of Medicine at the Monash University, Ruby’s journey continues to be one of inspiration and promise. We wish her continued success in all her future endeavours.

For more information about the Premier’s VCE Awards and to view the complete Honour Roll, please visit https://www.vic.gov.au/premiers-vce-awards